Kunzite and Tanzanite Physical Properties

Kunzite and Tanzanite Chemical Formula

While comparing Kunzite and Tanzanite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Kunzite and Tanzanite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Kunzite- LiAlSi₂O₆
• Chemical formula of Tanzanite- Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)₃(OH)

Kunzite and Tanzanite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Kunzite and Tanzanite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Kunzite and Tanzanite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Kunzite is 3.35 whereas that of Tanzanite is 3.35.